Good evening, Lemmy,

I recently got into Insane Clown Posse and, as a result, into Juggalo culture. Since acceptance, respect, and support are such important ideals among Juggalos, I was wondering:

Are Juggalos, therefore, allies of the LGBTQ+ community?

Since I live in Germany and have yet to meet someone who even likes ICP in my country, I have basically zero contact with Juggalos. So, everything I know comes from what I’ve read online, and I was wondering how this translates into real life.

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    23 hours ago

    I don’t believe I’m an arbitrator of who is or isn’t an ally, but I did grow up with folks who identify as juggalos, I’ve joined them at the gathering previously, and live in an area of the midwest that is somewhat prolific with ICP fans.

    My perspective is they are some of the kindest, easy going, unconventionally individualistic people I’ve ever met. Nearly unwaivering in their acceptance of others into the community. Almost like modern day hippies, very pro drugs, human unity and family. Many are lgbtq themselves.

    I would GENERALLY consider them lgbtq allies. There’s always assholes in every crowd though.

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      This is very much true of metalheads as well. They listen to the MOST rage sounding terrifying music, but are the nicest damned folks I’ve ever shared a mosh pit with.